Controller

Summary :

This is a professional accounting management position, which requires thorough knowledge of accounting principles and the ability to apply them in everyday situations.

The purpose of this position is to implement new accounting standards and related systems, assist with the implementation of a new financial ERP system and assist with monthly reporting requirements.

Responsibilities :

NOTE : There are also secondary functions, which the employee will be required to perform.)

• Leads the implementation of new accounting standards including data gathering and analysis.
• Leads or assists with the implementation of new accounting-related systems, including detailed data gathering and data mapping, identifying requirements and designing reports, and validating output.
• Assists with impairment testing and analysis and ongoing impairment accounting.
• Documents policies and procedures.
• Assists with monthly reporting packages for the Board of Directors.
• Reviews certain account reconciliations and analyses.
• Prepares specialized, ad hoc reports as necessary.
• Completes special projects, as assigned.
• Essential Knowledge, Abilities and Skills :
• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Thorough knowledge of current business management practices and internal control techniques.
• Ability to identify and research complex accounting, statistical, database and procedural problems, and provide effective solutions in a timely manner.

A high degree of logical reasoning ability and consistent exercising of discretion and judgment.

Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.

Education and / or Experience :

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university and a minimum of (10) years of progressive experience, including experience researching and implementing accounting standards.
• CPA preferred.
• Self-directed, highly organized and able to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously in order to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong customer service ethic - must understand and agree that our job is to make the other employees' lives easier so that they can do the best job possible serving our customers
• Positive attitude and teamwork mentality are required!

Language Skills :

• Proficient in English - bilingual English / Spanish a plus
• Must have good written and oral communication skills
• Must have good customer service skills
• Must be able to perceive and react to the needs of others

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, write, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel, and also to reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Temperature controlled office
• The noise level in the office environment is low to moderate
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